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NHAI sets up centre to manage dust

Source: The post is based on the article “NHAI sets up centre to manage dust” published in “TOI” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The National Highways Authority of India(NHAI) has set up a ‘Dust and Control Management Centre’. What is the Dust and Control Management Centre? Specifications Details Setup by National Highways… Continue reading NHAI sets up centre to manage dust

National Efficient Cooking Programme launched, to promote affordable and energy-efficient induction cookers

Source: The post is based on the article “National Efficient Cooking Programme launched, to promote affordable and energy-efficient induction cookers” published in “PIB” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has launched the National Efficient Cooking Programme(NECP) and Energy Efficient Fans Programme(EEFP). What is the National Efficient Cooking Programme(NECP)?… Continue reading National Efficient Cooking Programme launched, to promote affordable and energy-efficient induction cookers

Air Quality Index(AQI)

Source: This post “Air Quality Index” is based on the article”Delhi AQI ‘severe’ for second day; Mumbai’s air quality persists in ‘moderate’ category“published in “The Indian Express” on 3rd Novermber 2023. Why in the news? The Air Quality Index (AQI) in New Delhi persisted in the ‘severe’ category, registering at 466, according to the data… Continue reading Air Quality Index(AQI)

Only the Gir indigenous cow breed is being promoted under Rashtriya Gokul Mission; here is why

Source: The post is based on the article “Only the Gir indigenous cow breed is being promoted under Rashtriya Gokul Mission; here is why” published in “Down To Earth” on 1st November 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 What is Gir cow breed?3 Why is Rashtriya Gokul Mission focusing more on Gir cow breed?4 What… Continue reading Only the Gir indigenous cow breed is being promoted under Rashtriya Gokul Mission; here is why

Lorrainosaurus: Ancient sea monster remains reveal oldest mega-predatory pliosaur

Source: The post is based on the article “Lorrainosaurus: Ancient sea monster remains reveal oldest mega-predatory pliosaur” published in “ScienceDaily” on 31st October 2023 Why in the News? Researchers have discovered the oldest-known mega-predatory pliosaur called Lorrainosaurus in northeastern France. What is Lorrainosaurus? Lorrainosaurus is the oldest large-bodied pliosaur.The fossils of Lorrainosaurus were discovered in… Continue reading Lorrainosaurus: Ancient sea monster remains reveal oldest mega-predatory pliosaur

11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030

Source: The post is based on the article “11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030” published in “WWF” on 31st October 2023 Why in the News? Eleven Asian and South American countries have signed a Global Declaration for Protection of River Dolphins. What is the Global Declaration for Protection of… Continue reading 11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030

India begins producing ‘reference’ fuel, joins select league of nations

Source: The post is based on the article “India begins producing ‘reference’ fuel, joins select league of nations” published in “Economic Times” on 30th October 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 What is Reference Fuel?3 Who has indigenously produced Reference Fuel?4 What are the benefits of using Reference Fuel? Why in the News? India has… Continue reading India begins producing ‘reference’ fuel, joins select league of nations

Developed countries to overshoot carbon emissions goal, says study

Source: The post is based on the article “Developed countries to overshoot carbon emissions goal, says study” published in“The Hindu” on 30th October 2023 Why in the News? A Delhi-based think tank Council for Energy Environment and Water (CEEW) has published a study titled “Revealing Developed Countries’ Emission Trajectories”. What are the key findings of… Continue reading Developed countries to overshoot carbon emissions goal, says study

Rising tiger no. pushing Amangarh leopards into human habitations

Source: The post is based on the article “Rising tiger no. pushing Amangarh leopards into human habitations” published in “TOI” on 30th October 2023 Why in the News? The tiger population at the Amangarh Tiger Reserve has increased from 21 mature tigers and six cubs in 2021 to 28 mature tigers and four cubs now.… Continue reading Rising tiger no. pushing Amangarh leopards into human habitations

Brazzaville Declaration

Source: The post is based on the article “Brazzaville Declaration” published in “MEA” on 28th October 2023 Why in the News? A Summit of Three basins is going to be held at Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. What are these three basins? Three Basins Details Congo Basin 1) It is the second-largest tropical forest in the… Continue reading Brazzaville Declaration

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